The Pregnancy period is very challenging and tough for every mother. When the pregnancy period starts you have been counting down the days for weeks and also marked the due date in the calendar. In the end of the pregnancy days, the thought of labor pain gives scary feelings. At this point, Midwives Brew is the better option to induce labor pain naturally and spontaneously. A healthy little one and safe childbirth is the top priority for every Mother.

What is Midwives Brew

Midwives Brew is a mixture of natural ingredients which is helpful to induce labor pain effectively. The most common ingredient of the recipe is castor oil. Castor oil is basically a vegetable oil derived from castor beans that contain ricinoleic acid. Castor oil is mostly prescribed by Doctors and Midwives to induce Labor. There are a few other ingredients that are combined with castor oil and are helpful to induce labor.

• Apricot juice
• Lemon Verbena Tea
• Almond Butter

Advisory Note: Never try any at-home remedies to induce labor without first talking to your medical provider. This is not a substitute for professional, medical advice. Always talk to your doctors if you want to take steps toward inducing labor.

Does it Works Safely

The Brew is the combination of castor oil, Lemon Verbena oil, Almond Butter and Apricot Juice, the ingredients used are natural and organic. Let’s take a look at every ingredient individually.

Castor Oil

Castor oil is thought to be beneficial for jumping start labor and is also best known as a Laxative.

If you’re in labor, drinking castor oil is one of the ways to get things started. Castor oil contains chemicals called prostaglandins that can help stimulate contractions. 

While taking castor oil for induction of labor, it is best to seek medical supervision. Some people experience complications from taking excessive amounts of castor oil.

Lemon Verbena Tea

Lemon Verbena tea is said to be a laxative and it provides a good relaxation to the muscles and softens your cervix as you begin labor. It is a very healthy and calming tea.

There is not a lot of research about Lemon Verbena tea to use in pregnancy and labor induction. Consult with your Midwives or Doctor for consumption purposes.

Almond Butter

Almond butter has a chocolate sticky flavor and Almond butter does not get fully digested in the stomach like other foods do. Instead, it passes into the small intestine where it helps stick castor oil to the lining of your intestines along with whatever else you might be eating or drinking that day. This basically causes less diarrhea-related negative side effects when taking castor oil because of its improved absorption abilities due to being attached to almonds’ fatty acids and fiber!

Apricot Juice

Apricot juice or nectar isn’t required in the midwives brew, although it is an ingredient that many enjoy using because the apricot fruit contains a substantial amount of antioxidants and vitamins. One of which is high levels of vitamin A which can help nourish the lymphatic system and protect against DNA damage.

The Midwives Brew Recipe

There are various Midwives Brew recipes with different ingredients and variations. The below mentioned recipe is the old and common one that is very beneficial for induce labor pain.

• 2 tbsp of Castor il
• 2 tbsp of Almond Butter
• 250ml Lemon Verbana Tea
• 300ml Apricot Juice

Instruction: Steep the Verbena Tea for 10 minutes in boiling water, then blend it with the other ingredients in a blender until smooth.

Mango nectar can be substituted for verbena tea if you cannot find it and pineapple juice can be substituted for apricot juice.

Is Midwives Brew safe to drink?

As long as you take the Midwives Brew when you are at least 39 or 40 weeks pregnant, it is considered safe to take, but you must inform your medical doctor and wait until they give you the okay signal.

What is the Best Time to Drink Midwives Brew?

The brew should be taken at that time when you are completely ready for delivery or if possible at 39 weeks or 40 weeks of pregnancy.

In addition to ensuring the safety of your baby, your body will respond better to induction after your pregnancy has reached full term.

It is also best consumed on an empty stomach or at room temperature in the morning. For taste, you can also add ice in the brew to drink easily. If you want maximum benefit, you need to drink within 30 minutes.

Midwives Brew Side Effects

After covering nearly everything there is to know about this labor-inducing drink, we must cover one more important point before you try it.

Let’s discuss the possible side effects and body reactions of this drink. 

Nausea or Vomiting- If you have nausea or vomiting, don’t be alone in the house or the hospital because castor oil may make you dizzy.

Diarrhea and Dehydration- In general, diarrhea and dehydration go hand in hand since you lose a lot of fluid when you have diarrhea, so make sure you drink plenty of fluids.

Fatigue- After taking the Brew, some may feel sluggish or tired for a few hours

Contractions that are irregular or painful – can add stress and exhaustion to the mother and the baby

ATTENTION-    When you use midwives Brew, make sure that you and your medical professional are both on the same page regarding side effects.

ALTERNATIVE NATURAL LABOR – INDUCING METHOD

Several times throughout this post, we have mentioned that not everyone will react the same to midwives’ brew, so if it doesn’t work for you, here are some other natural ways to induce labor at home:

Nipple Stimulation – You can also try it as many women swear by it.Use a hand pump or manual contraction to stimulate your uterus and release your hormones. 

Spicy Food – I have heard this so many times, and many women swear by spicy food. Before trying this one, make sure you do not have any stomach or hyperacidity issues, as it may cause additional stress.

Exercise – This is a known and trusted method of accelerating labor; my doctor made me walk around and climb stairs to encourage labor to begin.

Let nature run its course – Although it may be hard for us at this point, we have to give our bodies a chance to heal on their own sometimes. Your baby will arrive soon enough!

THE BOTTOM LINE

Talk to your healthcare provider before trying anything that might induce labor to make sure there are no risks or complications.

During the last few days of pregnancy, it may feel like the whole nine months all over again. One trick to kick-start labor might be midwives brew if you’re feeling tempted.

There is little scientific support for the efficacy of some of these methods, although some of them are traditional among pregnant women.

Typically, letting your baby set their own birth date is best, even if it means waiting a week or two longer.